A brief border standoff occurred on January 3, 2025, when 52 Congolese soldiers crossed into Ugandan territory at Awasi Center in Afuda Parish, Jangokoro Sub-County, Zombo District. The soldiers claimed ownership of the land where a joint water project between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is being developed. The project, aimed at…
The $3.55 billion East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, aimed at transporting crude oil from Uganda to Tanzania’s Tanga port, is progressing steadily, according to Uganda’s Energy Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa. Spanning 1,443 kilometers, the pipeline has hit several significant milestones, marking an important phase in East Africa’s oil production journey. Minister Nankabirwa confirmed the…
In a significant ruling on January 3, 2025, the High Court in Kampala directed the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) factions to resolve their disputes through arbitration, as provided for under Article 28 of the council’s constitution. Justice Douglas Singiza’s decision underscores the importance of adhering to established internal mechanisms to address conflicts. The court…
